Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Desserts and Sweets
Rose and Pistachio Mahalabia (Style 22)
Chef's Menu Description
An indulgent artisan dessert, beautifully crafted with premium ingredients and presented with exquisite garnishes for a memorable finale.
Ingredients
- • 100g short-grain rice, rinsed
- • 1 litre whole milk
- • 100g sugar
- • 1 tbsp orange blossom water
- • 1 tbsp rose water
- • 2 tbsp pistachios, finely chopped
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Simmer the rice in 250ml water until the water is absorbed and the grains are tender.
2
Phase 2
Add the milk and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring often so it does not catch.
3
Phase 3
Stir in the sugar and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes until the pudding thickens and the rice is very soft.
4
Phase 4
Off the heat, stir in the orange blossom and rose waters.
5
Phase 5
Pour into small serving cups and refrigerate until set.
6
Phase 6
Garnish each cup with chopped pistachios before serving.